Fragmenting Societies?: A Comparative Analysis of Regional and Urban Development

by Thorns and David C. Thorns

First Published in 2004. This book addresses a number of key themes in the debate about the nature of a contemporary capitalist society. It poses the question as to whether the present changes are creating a more fragmented society. Through a comparative historical analysis of Australia, New Zealand and Britain the book examines the restructuring of the workforce, the shifts towards more flexible work practices, rising unemployment, the growth of...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1138879916
• ISBN13: 9781138879911
• Release Date: November 2014
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.5" x 8.5"